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A spitting image of her mother, Lady Isabella Nightingale is a daring beauty, and the world is her oyster. When a fateful night in Venice brings her face-to-face with the enigmatic Duke Leonard Lymington, Isabella feels a spark she cannot ignore. Can she trust a man who guards his secrets as closely as she guards her heart? Leonard, the Duke of Lymington, never expected to feel anything beyond duty and family honor. Weighed down by his father’s legacy and his mother’s pressure, he agrees to a forced union with Isabella to consolidate their fortunes. Yet, the alluring lady awakens ...

After her father mysteriously vanishes, Lady Violet Frampton is forced to leave her home and head to Ravenmoor Manor, where she becomes the legal ward of the Duke of Sutherland. Trying to solve the mystery of her father’s disappearance, all clues lead to the duke, but her heart clouds her judgment as she falls in love with her guardian… Sebastian Cavendish, the Duke of Sutherland, is a man known for his sharp reputation and ice-cold demeanor. Burdened by his family’s bleak history, the last thing he wants is to play guardian to a strong-willed woman who asks too many questions. For ...

With the threat of spinsterhood looming overhead, Lady Felicity Merriweather knows she must start putting duty above everything else, and put her romantic dreams to rest. When one chance meeting in the Vauxhall Gardens brings her face-to-face with the brooding Duke of Langdon, Felicity’s destiny is about to change once and for all… Ever since that fateful night of his wife’s passing, Spencer Dunne, the Duke of Langdon, has withdrawn from society. With the whole ton whispering terrible rumors about the role he played back then, he is trying to leave his foul reputation behind, as well ...

Lady Arabella Spencer’s life is a series of disasters. Losing the love of her life, Alexander, she hastily marries his cousin, but tragedy strikes again, and her husband passes away. Pining for a love of yore, could she ever find happiness on the other side of the grief and guilt? Alexander Hartwell, the rightful Earl of Wellwood, was forced to flee after being accused of killing his father. In exile, he mourns the life he should have been living by Arabella’s side until reports of his mother’s ill health call him back home. Could that mean he has a second chance? As his family and ...

Miss Laura Templeton has always been in her sister’s shadow, until the latter disappears without a trace, nights before her wedding. With scandal looming ahead, Laura must marry her sister’s fiancé, even if she finds him vexing. Could this marriage of necessity lead her to a love most unexpected? When Benedict Cooke, the Earl of Rosemont, announces his intention to marry one of the Miss Templeton sisters, little does he know his betrothed would vanish. To avoid dishonor, he has one option left: to marry the other sister. What if fate led him to the right Miss Templeton, though? As ...

Lady Miriam Everly is a spirited young woman and the oldest of the Everly children. As her younger sister falls in love, Miriam must put her own desires aside and marry first. When a mysterious duke proposes an unconventional solution, can Miriam ignore the sparks in her heart? Dorian Blackwood, the masked Duke of Ravenshire, is left scared and detached after trying to save his mother from the fire that claimed her life. During a masquerade ball though, he bumps into a charming lady and his life changes forever. Will he allow this fiery beauty’s love to take him out of the shadows? As ...

Miss Emma Kay, wishes to embrace the world of art and painting rather than become someone's wife. However, when she agrees to meet the Duke of Westbridge, out of respect for her father, she begins to see that maybe love isn't so scary after all… When Julian Durant discovers that the Westbridge Court is on the brink of bankruptcy, he reluctantly entertains the idea of marrying for money, although he despises the notion. Yet, when he meets Emma, his life is turned upside down… When their worlds collide, Emma and Julian learn that perhaps love is worth a second chance. As Emma battles her ...

When orphaned Lady Angelica Loxley discovers her inheritance has vanished, a marriage of convenience is her only hope. Haunted by whispers of her French past, will she learn to trust when she meets a charming lord who seems unlike any other? Lord Christopher Fenwick has always put duty above everything else. A decorated military man, he is tasked with recovering Angelica's missing fortune at any cost, even if it means deceiving the Lady who stirs feelings he thought long buried. Yet, how long can he deny the truth in his heart? As deadly conspiracies close in and long-buried truths come to ...

Lady Eve Stanton, is unexpectedly swept into a world of love and secrets at a winter ball when the Duke of Kelton requests a dance. When her mother intervenes citing an old family feud, Eve, determined to uncover the truth, embarks on a journey into the unknown… Back from his travels, Alexander Hanson scoffs at high society's rules, but is immediately captivated by Lady Eve. As a long-forgotten family dispute prevents him from pursuing her, she appears even more alluring. Determined to win her heart, the Duke enlists trusted friends to help him investigate... Amidst swirling rumors, ...

Imelda Merritt, a spirited young woman with a passion for writing, finds herself thrust into the spotlight when her work catches the eye of a renowned literary critic known only by his pen name. As their professional relationship blossoms into a forbidden romance, Imelda is swept into a whirlwind of emotions with this tempting man whose mysterious past holds the key to her deepest desires... With a shocking betrayal threatening to tear her heart apart, she must find the strength to forge her own path and reclaim her destiny. Baron Corin Langford, a respected literary critic known only by ...

Lady Emma Thornton has lived with her grandmother since the fateful accident that led to her parents’ passing, leaving her blind. With only her cousin to keep her company, she is resigned to knowing she will never find love, until she bumps into a handsome stranger in one of her walks downtown. Nathaniel Harrington, the Duke of Pembroke, has changed from ton’s sweetheart to recluse after the riding accident that weakened not only his body, but his spirit as well. When he returns Emma’s lost dog to the shy, young lady, tension brews even if sparks fly. Could this otherworldly beauty ...

Lady Amelia Wycliffe, once esteemed governess, faces an unexpected upheaval when her position in the Davenport family dissolves. Embracing an uncertain future, she accepts a new role at Ravenscroft Manor, a place tinged with mysterious deaths. Stepping into the foreboding estate, Amelia meets the brooding Earl of Ravenscroft, sole guardian of his spirited niece, and is immediately taken by him. As she wrestles with tempestuous attraction, she uncovers chilling secrets within the manor's façade. Can she endure this perilous dance of passion and deception? Sebastian Blackthorn, the enigmatic...

Marianne Buller’s humble world as a seamstress is turned upside down when her mother passes away, leaving behind a shocking secret; she is the legitimate daughter of the late Earl of Foxburn. Soon after, a letter from the esteemed Duchess of Westden summons Marianne to the Duke’s grand manor in Norfolk, where under the Duchess’ guidance, she must learn how to become a lady. As she prepares for her debut, she must confront her fears of inadequacy to impress the aristocracy, not least of all the Duchess’ handsome son. Will Marianne find her place among the nobility? Following the ...

Lady Arabella Farrington has spent the last few years raising her young son, in the shadow of grief and loss. After the death of her husband, she devoted herself to giving Henry a stable life, but her late husband’s brother plots against her to gain control of her fortune. When a chance encounter with Robert, the brooding Duke of Montbury, stirs feelings she thought long buried, Arabella wonders if there’s still room for hope—and love—in her carefully guarded heart. But is it wise to risk her emotions when her son's safety is on the line? Robert, Duke of Montbury, has spent years ...

Miss Eleanor Prescott and her twin sister are nothing alike. Shy and with a knack for shipping affairs, Eleanor comes to her sister's aid when she tries to avoid a marriage with the ton's most eligible bachelor. As they switch places and put their plan into action, Eleanor finds herself falling for a man who was never meant to be hers… Thomas Ashbourne, Earl of Ashdene, strives to save his ship-building business and a marriage of convenience is the only solution. Yet, his fiancée seems quite different from what he recalled. What has happened to the proper lady he thought he was marrying?...

Miss Victoria Burton has always dreamed of marrying for love, but her world turns upside down when her brother issues an ultimatum; find a match before the season’s end or have one chosen for her. Desperate to avoid a loveless marriage, Victoria devises a bold plan to fake a courtship with the Marquess of Riverdon, her brother’s closest friend and a man she’s long admired from afar. Yet, as she spends more time with him, she starts to question her true feelings. Could this ruse lead to the very love she's been seeking, or is she risking her heart on a fleeting illusion? Mark Devon, ...

By day, Lady Violet Sinclaire embodies the epitome of grace and propriety, but in the moonlit hours, she transforms into the enigmatic Fencing Shadow. As a master swordswoman, with a blade as swift as her resolve, she seeks justice for her brother's untimely demise, navigating the dangerous world of clandestine duels and hidden identities. However, the return of an unexpected face from the past brings with it the return of old feelings, long forgotten, leading to unforeseen passion… What if her fiery heart proves to be more vulnerable than her carefully guarded façade? Sebastian McNaird,...

Lady Catherine Stanhope, a delicate flower hidden among the shadows of her family's tragedies, believed her quiet existence shielded her from life's harsh realities. Yet, it is in the glittering ballrooms of London's high society that Catherine's path crosses with the tempting Duke of Fairhaven. Although untouched by his devilish charm, she soon finds herself thrust into an impossible choice: her brother's ruin or a marriage to this complete stranger. Will she make her heart a sacrifice or will destiny unveil another path for her? Dominic Worthington, Duke of Fairhaven, is a man bound by ...

Widowed at 26 and close to destitution, Lady Eleanor Ashford stands at the foot of what feels like an impossible mountain to climb. Employing her musical skills, she is desperate to pay back the debt her late husband left her. When an old friend waltzes right back into her life, offering his help, she is torn between her pride and the butterflies in her stomach... Gabriel Bassingbourn, the Duke of Lennox, has never married, pining for lost love. Under his mother's insistence, he realizes that he can't spend the rest of his life hoping for what seems long gone. Yet, when beloved Eleanor ...

Gemma Casley, a humble yet resourceful seamstress, has always dreamt of a life beyond her means. Keeping her true identity hidden, she manages to become the governess to the Duke of Hertshire's orphaned nephew and that is when her world changes forever. As she helps the young boy blossom, she finds herself irresistibly drawn to his brooding uncle, Rif. Their playful banter and shared moments ignite a sizzling connection, but Gemma knows she must protect her secret to keep her place in their lives. Can her blooming love bridge the gap between their worlds? Duke Cole Rifton bears the weight ...